Bunuelos(Fried Pastry)

Prep: 20 min Cuisine: Mexican

Crispy, golden fried pastries with a light, flaky texture, perfect for snacking or dessert. Their simple, comforting flavor appeals to all ages and tastes.

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • sugar to taste
  • warm water

Instructions

  1. Mix dry ingredients and taste for sugar, then add shortening.
  2. Add warm water slowly to form a smooth dough.
  3. Make biscuit-sized balls from the dough.
  4. Roll out each ball to tortilla size.
  5. Deep fry until golden brown and crispy.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

349 kcal 17% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.1g 6% DV
Total Fat 25.3g 32% DV
Carbs 31.9g 12% DV
Fiber 1.8g 7% DV
Sugar 0.1g

Electrolytes

Sodium 2653.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 93.5mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 9.1mg 10% DV
Calcium 1481.3mg 100% DV
Iron 4.1mg 23% DV
Diet fit Under 400 cal
Contains Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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